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Easy No-Fail Vietnamese Mayo Butter (Bơ) for Banh Mi Recipe

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This Easy No Fail Vietnamese Mayo Butter (Bơ) is a creamy, flavorful spread perfect for Bánh Mì sandwiches or as a delicious accompaniment to various dishes. Made with simple ingredients including egg yolks, vegetable oil, and garlic salt, it’s a quick homemade mayonnaise-style butter that adds rich texture and savory notes to your meals.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately ½ cup

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 Egg Yolks (pasteurized)
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil (soybean oil recommended)
  • ½ to ¾ teaspoon Garlic Salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the egg yolks: Start by placing the 2 pasteurized egg yolks into a clean bowl. Make sure your bowl and whisk or mixer attachments are dry and free from any grease, as this will help the mixture emulsify properly.
  2. Add the vegetable oil: Slowly add the ½ cup of soybean vegetable oil to the egg yolks. It is important to pour the oil gradually in a thin stream while whisking constantly to create a stable emulsion and achieve a smooth mayo butter consistency.
  3. Incorporate the garlic salt: Once the mixture becomes thick and creamy, stir in ½ to ¾ teaspoon of garlic salt according to taste. This will give the mayo butter its savory, garlicky flavor that’s essential for enhancing bánh mì and other dishes.
  4. Final mixing and adjustment: Continue whisking until fully combined. Taste and adjust garlic salt if needed. The final mixture should be thick, creamy, and spreadable. Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using to let flavors meld.

Notes

  • Use pasteurized egg yolks to reduce risk of foodborne illness while maintaining the rich yolk flavor.
  • Slowly adding oil is crucial for proper emulsification and preventing the mayo from breaking.
  • Adjust garlic salt according to preference to make it more or less garlicky.
  • Store refrigerated in an airtight container and consume within one week for best freshness.
  • This mayo butter is perfect as a spread for Vietnamese bánh mì sandwiches or as a tasty condiment for grilled meats and vegetables.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Vietnamese